Matheus Cunha talks about Gabigol’s return and difficulty against Amazonas

Flamengo goalkeeper Matheus Cunha started against Amazonas, in the 1-0 victory in the third phase of the Copa do Brasil. The young man praised Gabigol, who returned to the team with a suspended effect, after being punished for fraud in an anti-doping test. Matheus also highlighted the difficulties imposed by the Manaus team.

Matheus Cunha spoke about the behind-the-scenes of the decision to choose him instead of Rossi, who had been the starter. “It was Tite’s decision, he told us on Monday that he was going to give me the opportunity for my work and my success. We didn’t perform well, we’re coming off two defeats, which is difficult, but we’ve had a very It’s difficult too. Now it’s time to continue working the same way we did in Carioca.

The young man praised Gabigol highly and showed his importance to the squad, after some time away. “Gabi is a leader, a member of the group, an idol and a reference for us. It’s very important to have him back and he’s fine, he’s back well and that helps and comforts us.”

Matheus Cunha minimized the team’s performance and focused on the positive result. “The conversation was that the important thing was the victory. It’s a small advantage, but it’s an advantage. The game was very difficult, they lowered the marking lines and it was very difficult to get in. But we have to keep working and we believe that there will be a different game, where they will have to ‘leave’.”